Childcare Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education sector seeks a motivated Childcare Assistant for their Jigsaws club at St Andrew's Catholic Primary School. Applicants should hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and share a commitment to promoting a child-centered learning environment in a vibrant school community. The role includes working flexible hours during term time, ensuring the safety and engagement of children during breakfast and after-school sessions.

Qualifications

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in childcare.
• Understand the importance of child-centered learning.
• Be willing to promote the Catholic ethos.

Responsibilities

• Join the before and after school club, Jigsaws.
• Provide care and supervision to children.
• Participate fully in school life.

Skills

Child-centered learning

Care and guidance

Fun with children

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent childcare qualification

Job description

Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Multi Academy

Childcare Assistant

Based at St Andrew’s Catholic Primary School, Windrush Close, Solihull, B92 8QL for a minimum of one year

Fixed Term until 31.08.2026

Term time only

Band B – 21.25 hours per week (FTE £24,027 to £24,790)

(£11,538- £11,905 Pro rata per annum)

and

Band B – 13.75 hours per week (FTE £24,027 to £24,790)

(£7,466- £7,703 Pro rata per annum)

Breakfast Club: 07.30 – 09.00 Monday to Friday

Afterschool Club: 15.15 – 18.00 Monday to Friday

Start Date: September 2025

Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Multi Academy Company (“the MAC”) was formed in April 2021 and comprises 12 Catholic Primary Schools and 2 Catholic Secondary Schools across Birmingham, Solihull, and Warwickshire.

St Andrew’s Catholic Primary School is one of these schools, part of Our Lady and All Saints MAC. It is a welcoming school where staff work tirelessly and care for our children. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic childcare assistant to join our before and after school club, Jigsaws, at St Andrew’s School.

We offer:

• A successful school and nursery environment with a Catholic ethos.
• The opportunity to work with a vibrant and proactive team.
• A positive working environment with happy children and staff.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent childcare qualification.
• Believe in child-centered learning with high expectations for yourself and the children.
• Understand the importance of care and guidance in this role.
• Know how to have fun with young children.
• Be willing to participate fully in school life at our busy, happy school.
• Be committed to promoting the Catholic ethos of our school.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office at 0121 743 5675 or email us at [e-mail].

Closing date for applications: 25th June 2025 – midnight

*Interview Date: TBC

For more information, please contact the school office with Mrs. R. Speakman (Office Manager) at 0121 743 5675 or via email at [e-mail].

To apply, visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/148086/EDV-2025-SACPS-24602

Alternatively, to request an application form and supporting documents, email [e-mail] with the vacancy details and send completed documents to the same email.

Our Lady and All Saints Multi Academy Company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers must share this commitment and undergo an Enhanced DBS check and relevant safeguarding checks. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory references and pre-employment checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, 2013, and 2020.

An online due diligence check will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.

*Please note: The MAC reserves the right to change this date.